How long do planning decisions take near Dunkeswell?

The average planning decision time near Dunkeswell is 53 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Dunkeswell?

The planning approval rate near Dunkeswell is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dunkeswell?

The most common type of planning application near Dunkeswell is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dunkeswell?

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Dunkeswell, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dunkeswell, Devon.

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About Dunkeswell

Dunkeswell is a charming village and civil parish in East Devon, situated approximately 5 miles north of Honiton. The parish had a population of 1,361 according to the 2011 Census, and it includes an electoral ward also named Dunkeswell, which recorded a population of 2,000. Surrounded by the parishes of Hemyock, Luppitt, Combe Raleigh, Awliscombe, Broadhembury, and Sheldon, Dunkeswell offers a unique context for planning applications in the area.

Population: 1,835 (2021) · Area: 1853.4 km²

District: East Devon

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Area Information

Admin district: East Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Honiton and Sidmouth
LSOA: East Devon 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dunkeswell.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Dunkeswell.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Dunkeswell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Dunkeswell.

- St Nicholas Church Dunkeswell
T1: Red Oak - prune branches to the West side. Cuts distal to previous cuts / points. 2m reduction clearance on the church side. T2: Cherry - crown reduce by 1-2m height and spread. Remove deadwood th
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Devon | Date: 2023-07-18
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A brief summary of Dunkeswell in Devon

Dunkeswell covers an area of approximately 1853.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Dunkeswell a particularly low-crime area.

Dunkeswell has one conservation area within its boundaries: Dunkeswell. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Dunkeswell includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Blackdown Hills. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Dunkeswell

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Dunkeswell. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Dunkeswell.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Dunkeswell were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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